Division Director of Research

The Division Director of Research is responsible for ownership and day-to-day management of all research operations oversight of HCA Healthcare West Florida Division and North Florida Division research strategy and operations across the facilities within the division. This includes fiscal management, research development, research organization, research operation implementation and management, program development, patient recruitment, trial management, FDA and IND support, Compliance, database support and management, physician relationships, and colleague administration.

This position is incentive eligible.

Do you have the career opportunities you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the HCA Healthcare Research Institute which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare

The Division Director of Research is responsible for ownership and day-to-day management of all research operations oversight of HCA Healthcare West Florida Division and North Florida Division research strategy and operations across the facilities within the division. This includes fiscal management, research development, research organization, research operation implementation and management, program development, patient recruitment, trial management, FDA and IND support, Compliance, database support and management, physician relationships, and colleague administration. This leadership opportunity requires someone with strong managerial and leadership skills and excellent organizational capabilities.  The Division Director of Research works closely with division leadership as well as physicians and practice administrators and mentors trainees, residents and fellows in research endeavors.  Travel across Tampa, Orlando and Ocala is required. 

Job Summary and Qualifications

• Assists in developing and executing the Hospital For Endocrine Surgery research internal and external strategies
• Provides oversight, leadership, and direction in the management of clinical trials
• Provides operational oversight and direction in the execution of trials
• Maintains records and facilitates FDA and IND monitoring and compliance
• Develops, maintains, supports, and insures privacy of data and storage
• Assesses quality of data and performance of clinical trials and develops action plans to address performance gaps
• Monitors patient accrual rates and implements action plans for sites with accrual issues
• Assesses organizational processes associated with trial execution and identifies ways to improve and streamline internal procedures
• Meets with the facilities and physician partners as needed to ensure research support is being provided
• Keeps executive and management team abreast of issues, progress, and risks related to research operations
• Conducts regular departmental and staff meetings
• Manages the performance of all research operations colleagues, including role expectations and performance reviews
• Ensures general inquiries from current and prospective patients, sponsors, and physicians are appropriately routed and answered
• Directs, motivates, and trains staff as necessary
• Develops, implements, and evaluates programs to promote the recruitment, retention, and continuing education of the endocrine surgery and endocrinology research staff
• Develops the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery research operations budget, monitors expenses, and stays within budget
• Plans and facilitates meetings and committees to address research issues
• Responsible for ensuring the integrity of data/information, providing recommendations for corrective action when necessary
• Attends and participates in all required meetings
• Proactively handles standard of care or conflict of interest issues
• Presents data and/or represents institution at external forums as necessary
• Collaborates with the quality department to support investigator-initiated trials for publication

 

What qualifications you will need:

• Bachelor’s Degree (4 year program)
• Research Certification (ACRP or CCRP)
• Clinical Research experience: Minimum of three years of progressive responsibility or related experience in research coordination in a patient care setting
• Proficiency in using various Microsoft Office, EDC, and CTMS applications
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and GCP

Benefits

HCA Healthcare, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Division Director of Research opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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